Lewis County, Idaho Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Idaho. Population: 1,147.
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $1,348, which is 12% lower than the Idaho state average and 30% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $202,400. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,348
-12% vs State
-30% vs US
Median Home Value
$202,400
-35% vs State
-4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
+31% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,470
$123/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,231
$103/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,348 +4.1% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $1,295 +15.0% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $1,126 +11.9% | 0.72% |
| 2020 | $1,006 +0.4% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $1,002 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,643
per year
Monthly Tax
$112
per month
Other Counties in Idaho
Bear Lake County
Tax: $1,061/yr Rate: 0.45%
Latah County
Tax: $2,333/yr Rate: 0.68%
Cassia County
Tax: $1,141/yr Rate: 0.44%
Boundary County
Tax: $1,433/yr Rate: 0.42%
Canyon County
Tax: $1,996/yr Rate: 0.57%
Nez Perce County
Tax: $2,529/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lewis County, Idaho? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lewis County is $1,348 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $202,400.
How does Lewis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County are 30% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
In Lewis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,470 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,231. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lewis County? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $49,643. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.